Mini tests electric E in Berlin
December 13th, 2008
A fleet of electrically-powered Mini Es is to start testing in Berlin.
BMW is offering 15 test cars to both companies and private customers in this trial programme, which will run at the same time as with the programme already declared for Los Angeles.
The electric Minis offered will be similar to those used in LA, with no European-specific changes; they are capable of a 250km range between recharges, though this has only been made possible by fitting a huge 5,000-cell battery pack.
BMW wants to gauge consumer demand, customer expectations and reaction to the electric Minis, usage patterns and how its dealers cope with the vehicles before developing the concept further.